Sounds like the wireless keyboard and mouse are always needing new batteries. Can I just use a plug-in keyboard and mouse instead?
36358
Yes, it has the available ports. However, I've had my P7-1430 for around 6 mo. yet the batteries haven't depleted in the slightest. I'm on the computer about 7 hours a day.
36359
Of course you could use a plug in keyboard and mouse, BUT they do not eat batteries. It's much "cleaner" with no wires.
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I bought a 9.00 $keyboard at amazon that just plugs into the side and its ready to go . I do not know about a mouse.
1957360
Yes, this is true for any computer. the wireless keyboard and mouse have a mini base station that plugs into your USB port. even if you already use the usb port for something else, you could just buy a usb hub to give you more ports so, definitely yes, you can use a wireless keyboard/mouse.
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I was wondering too. It says it will go 10 days on a charge but I would question that as well. I have a wireless Logitech mouse, which I love by the way, that says it's battery life is up to 18 months and I'm lucky to get a month out of it. From reading the reviews, when in battery mode , the keys do not stay illuminated and you have to press something to light them up again. I love the fact you can have a choice of wired or not. The battery can also be replaced if need be according to the rep. I have a Logitech keyboard as well that I have had since Windows 95 and it works as well today as it did then. I do have a cover on it so that may be a big part of that reason. I was wondering too. It says it will go 10 days on a charge but I would question that as well. I have a wireless Logitech mouse, which I love by the way, that says it's battery life is up to 18 months and I'm lucky to get a month out of it. From reading the reviews, when in battery mode , the keys do not stay illuminated and you have to press something to light them up again. I love the fact you can have a choice of wired or not. The battery can also be replaced if need be according to the rep. I have a Logitech keyboard as well that I have had since Windows 95 and it works as well today as... » Read More I was wondering too. It says it will go 10 days on a charge but I would question that as well. I have a wireless Logitech mouse, which I love by the way, that says it's battery life is up to 18 months and I'm lucky to get a month out of it. From reading the reviews, when in battery mode , the keys do not stay illuminated and you have to press something to light them up again. I love the fact you can have a choice of wired or not. The battery can also be replaced if need be according to the rep. I have a Logitech keyboard as well that I have had since Windows 95 and it works as well today as it did then. I do have a cover on it so that may be a big part of that reason. « Show Less
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I had the same problem. It seems to work for me if I turn the power off in-between each use--meaning when I'm done working I turn it off and then turn it back on when I'm ready to use again. I've found that I need to do this if I have not used the keyboard for longer than an hour. Additionally, I always need to do this if I move my laptop to another room and then bring it back to my desk. This is an unfortunate problem because I really like the keyboard, except for this problem. BTW, I purchased the Bluetooth Sculpt Mouse at the same time, and I've never been able to get it to connect properly for longer than a few minutes.
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I have had my computer for 3mo. and i have never turned the keyboard off but i have from time to time turned off the mouse, the only suggestions i have is to take out the batteries.
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No issues at this time, however, I have disabled the keyboard lighting. The mouse does not last that long though, perhaps 5-6 days before it requires a charge. The keyboard battery is long lasting. I like this combo, just wish the mouse lasted a tad bit longer. Hope this helpes
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I have had mine for a half-a-year now and I can say I've only replaced the battery once and right now it's reporting a 60% charge. I use the keyboard for hours-on-end daily. Highly recommended wireless keyboard if you're looking for long-lasting battery life. I also highly recommend the Logitech v470 mouse paired with this keyboard for its equally long-lasting battery life.
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I know this post is old, but just in case someone else stumbles on it looking for a wireless keyboard with a caps lock / num lock / scroll lock indicator, check out the Logitech MK710 keyboard/mouse combo. It has an LCD screen at the top of the keyboard. So far its been in operation for 7 months with the same battery, but the advertisement states 3 years on one battery. The receiver is the tiny micro usb too. Here's a link. http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/wireless-desktop-mk710?crid=27
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No this is not wireless. As a gamer I would not suggest using a wireless keyboard or mouse as they inherently have delays which may effect game play.
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It came with wired mouse and keyboard. Disconnected the mouse, plugged in a wireless mouse of my choice and it's great. Don't know about the keyboard I happened to like the one that came with it. Should be a usb slot to fit a keyboard.
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I guess it does not matter if the old mouse is wireless or not it would work in both cases !! but if the old one is wireless it will take up a port and so will the key board !!but the mouse that comes with the keyboard works great , I would keep the old one as a back up !!
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You dont always have to use both mouse and keyboard plugged in for it to work, so yes... using a keyboard only will work.
14840
I use an Apple wireless keyboard, which I love. I see no way a mouse can be used with it. I also like the Orgami Workstation.
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The USB connector works for both the mouse and the keyboard. Also get ready to change batteries on the mouse a LOT...the keyboard hasn't needed much battery change but the mouse stays on all the time.. it sleeps sometimes but not enough to save the battery. I would probably get a set with an on and off switch but this set does the job for little money.
332257
Yes, it has a wireless mouse and keyboard that work very well. I've been using mine several months now and haven't had to change the batteries yet
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I know this post is old, but just in case someone else stumbles on it looking for a wireless keyboard with a caps lock / num lock / scroll lock indicator, check out the Logitech MK710 keyboard/mouse combo. It has an LCD screen at the top of the keyboard. So far its been in operation for 7 months with the same battery, but the advertisement states 3 years on one battery. The receiver is the tiny micro usb too.Here's a link.http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/wireless-desktop-mk710?crid=27